Special-process organisation

SP Center — controlled shot peening for demanding industries

SP Center performs controlled shot peening and related surface-treatment processes for metal components requiring documented process control and qualification.

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SP Center at a glance

SP Center sp. z o.o. is a Polish industrial organisation based in the Rzeszów–Dworzysko Science and Technology Park. Controlled shot peening is its primary capability, supported by shot blasting and vibratory finishing. XRD residual-stress measurements are coordinated with an external specialist laboratory.

We work with customer-supplied parts on development, prototype, serial-production and outsourcing programmes. Process controls, records, qualification requirements and the responsibilities of each party are agreed before an order is accepted.

Process capabilities

Controlled shot peening

Controlled shot peening modifies the surface layer of selected metal components under defined conditions. Media condition, Almen intensity, coverage, exposure, excluded zones, access and records are controlled against the governing drawing, specification and agreed control plan. Explore controlled shot peening.

Shot blasting

Pneumatic or wheel blasting is primarily used for cleaning, descaling or surface preparation. It is not interchangeable with shot peening even when parts of the equipment look similar. Review the shot-blasting scope.

Vibratory finishing

Vibratory finishing may support deburring, edge smoothing and surface finishing. The media, compound, cycle time and acceptable dimensional effect must be selected for the component and its acceptance criteria. See vibratory finishing.

XRD measurement support

SP Center coordinates the test scope, component or specimen preparation and delivery of results. The XRD residual-stress measurement itself is performed by an external specialist laboratory. A measurement result does not replace process qualification or the engineering assessment of the part.

Quality, certificates and scope boundaries

SP Center’s management system is certified to IATF 16949:2016 and to EN 9100:2018 / AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015 within the scopes stated on current BSI certificates. The IATF scope reads “Manufacturing processes of shot blasting”; it should not be treated as automatic certification of every shot-peening order.

Supplier qualification, approved-source status, FAI/AS9102, PPAP and process qualification apply where invoked by contract, specification, programme or customer approval. Open the current certificates, identifiers and validity dates.

Team and responsibilities

Management and ownership accountability

Paweł Kmieć — Managing Director & Shareholder — is responsible for strategic direction, investment decisions, key programmes, cooperation models and commercial relationships.

Quality

The Quality Manager oversees the management system, controlled documentation, customer requirements, records, measuring equipment and conformity-related actions.

Production

The Production Manager is responsible for planning, team organisation, process stability, the use of approved parameters and on-time execution.

Maintenance

The Maintenance Manager oversees machine availability, inspections, infrastructure records, cooperation with the relevant technical authorities and continuity support.

Administration and coordination

The Executive Assistant supports information flow, documentation, contact organisation and administrative coordination. Meet the team and review each responsibility.

Facility and organisational capacity

The facility at ul. Biznesowa 5, 35-213 Rzeszów, Poland provides approximately 2,500 m² of production and storage space. Storage height is up to 10 m and the stated floor load is up to 10 T/m². These figures describe the infrastructure; space, equipment and throughput remain subject to project-specific confirmation.

The Rzeszów–Dworzysko location, close to the A4 motorway and Rzeszów–Jasionka Airport, supports domestic and international logistics, audits and technical visits. A manoeuvring yard assists with deliveries and larger components.

How cooperation starts

Customers do not need to know every shot-peening parameter before the first discussion. Available, non-restricted information is enough for an initial gap review.

Submit the current drawing, material, heat treatment, volume and known requirements.
Review geometry, access, process zones, risks and preliminary feasibility.
Agree the governing specification, process controls, records and responsibilities.
Plan trials, FAI, PPAP, source approval or process qualification where required.
Release the process only after the documentation and acceptance criteria are approved.
Run production with lot traceability, process records and agreed delivery controls.

Projects we can assess

New development or prototype

We review the available documentation and help define a trial and qualification plan. Our engineer uses the material, geometry, manufacturing sequence and customer requirements to prepare the process parameters.

Serial production

Serial work requires stable input documents, approved tooling, a control plan, change control, traceability and agreed reaction criteria.

Transfer or alternate source

We plan the transfer around your component requirements and the available process information. Our team agrees the parameters, trials, documentation and customer approval steps needed to introduce a second source.

Process outsourcing

Options may include work at SP Center, dedicated capacity, customer-owned equipment, a hybrid arrangement or selected on-site activities. Compare outsourcing models.

Industries, processes and technical knowledge

Use Industries to start from the component and loading mode. Services separates controlled shot peening from cleaning and finishing processes, while Quality explains process control, records and qualification. The Knowledge base covers Almen intensity, coverage, media control, documentation and surface integrity.

Frequently asked questions about SP Center

What does SP Center do?

SP Center performs controlled shot peening and related surface-treatment processes for metal components. Each application is reviewed against the drawing, material, quality requirements and approval route.

Where is the facility?

The facility is located at ul. Biznesowa 5, 35-213 Rzeszów, Poland, in the Rzeszów–Dworzysko Science and Technology Park, close to the A4 motorway and Rzeszów–Jasionka Airport.

Which processes are available?

Controlled shot peening is the primary process. The scope also includes shot blasting and vibratory finishing; XRD measurements are coordinated with an external specialist laboratory.

Which industries does SP Center support?

We assess projects for aerospace, automotive, defence, energy, rail, oil and gas, and industrial machinery. Suitability depends on the component and programme requirements.

How should I start a component review?

Send the current drawing, material, heat-treatment condition, volume, specification and known acceptance requirements through the RFQ form.

Must the customer define every process parameter?

Our engineer will help organise the available information and identify the inputs needed to prepare the process. We define parameters using the project documentation and requirements.

How does SP Center support qualification documentation?

We provide current certificates with their scopes and agree the process records and qualification documentation relevant to your component. Project-specific approvals and contractual requirements are included in the plan.

What certificate information does SP Center provide?

We provide current certificates with their numbers, scopes and validity dates. Our team will help identify the documents relevant to the planned cooperation. Current documents are listed on the certificate page.

How does SP Center arrange XRD measurements?

We provide XRD residual stress measurements within the agreed scope in cooperation with a specialised laboratory. SP Center coordinates the scope and communication.

Are prototype and serial projects possible?

We support prototype and serial-production projects. Our team reviews the available information and proposes a process plan, trial scope and documentation suited to the production stage.

Can SP Center take over a process as an outsourcing partner?

Several models can be evaluated, but the right arrangement depends on volume, equipment, location, process data, responsibilities and customer approvals.

Next step

If you have a current drawing and requirements, send an RFQ. For an initial discussion, contact the team. Compare programme requirements with the current certificates and scopes.